noun
- scientists who study bones and bone structure
Usage: medical/scientific
Examples
- The osteologists examined the ancient skeleton found at the archaeological site.
- Forensic osteologists help identify human remains in criminal investigations.
- The museum hired osteologists to study the dinosaur fossils.
- Medical osteologists work closely with orthopedic surgeons.
- The team of osteologists published their findings on bone density research.
- Osteologists use specialized tools to measure bone thickness and structure.